Half Marathon — Level 3

Half Marathon — Level 3 is a 16-week programme for experienced runners who already train consistently and want structured preparation for a half marathon. Training is mainly prescribed in kilometres and progresses from general endurance to more specific workouts for the demands of the race and your goal pace, with lower-volume weeks for recovery. Long runs are combined with workouts near threshold, repeats at 5K pace and short strides. Moderate segments towards the end of the long runs prepare you for the longer efforts at Goal Half Marathon pace (your target race pace) that follow. A 10 km race or test in week 8 helps you assess your fitness and effort management before the race-specific preparation. The Plan Guide complements your preparation with detailed guidance on managing sessions, race strategy, fuelling and organisation before race day.